Calgary Buying and Selling a Business | Business Acquisition and Sale Law Services

Calgary Corporate & Business Lawyers explains about Buying and Selling a Business: Business Acquisition & Sale Law Services

Like starting a business from the ground up, the sale and acquisition of an existing business come with its own set of legal challenges.

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Thinking about buying or selling a business?

The entrepreneurial spirit is strong here in Calgary. Our city doesn’t just attract new start-ups; there’s lots of activity on the selling and acquiring of existing businesses.

When considering selling or buying a business, there are risks to consider. You may want to ask yourself:

  • Are you paying/receiving a fair price?
  • Have you considered all of the hidden costs involved in the transaction?
  • Is the financing secured and ready?
  • If purchasing, how liable are you if the business fails?
  • If selling, have you been upfront and transparent? Could future legal proceedings result from concealing critical information from the buyer?

These are all crucial factors to consider, and despite how successful and established the company is, new ownership can change the course for the brand (for better, or for worse). This is why we strongly recommend seeking a qualified lawyer’s help before any business transactions occur.

It’s crucial to protect yourself by first understanding all of the possible outcomes involved in the acquisition process.

Osuji & Smith Lawyers have conditioned corporate lawyers that can help you break down and understand the details involved in your business’s sale. We’ll speak to you in a language that you can understand to help you make better business decisions.

Osuji & Smith is here to offer support as you navigate this exciting path.

If you have any questions regarding business law here in Calgary, please reach out!

Osuji & Smith Lawyers have experience in a wide variety of industries.

Regardless of the nature of your business, we’re here to help.

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Are you buying or selling a business in Calgary?

Similar to starting a business from the ground up, the sale and acquisition of an existing business come with its own set of legal challenges and considerations.

Osuji & Smith Lawyers will help you transition and organize the sales and transfer as smoothly as possible. Our corporate legal knowledge helps our clients identify risk factors and avoid them when possible.

In business sales and acquisition matters, this process often happens with the drafting and reviewing of essential business agreements such as:

  • Partnership agreements
  • Joint venture agreements
  • Franchise agreements
  • Unanimous shareholders agreements
  • Asset purchase and sale agreements
  • Service agreements

I’m ready to buy / sell a business. When should I speak with a lawyer?

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a Calgary business, seek a trusted business lawyer as soon as possible.

Do not wait until negotiations have begun, or paperwork has already been signed. Understand the risks involved in this important transaction.

The guidance of a business lawyer can save you a significant amount of stress and money in the long run.

Please feel free to contact our friendly staff by calling 403-283-8018 or email our office and we can schedule an appointment for you.

Calgary’s Business and Corporate Lawyers: We Speak Your Language

Calgary has recognized Osuji & Smith Lawyers as a leader in business law. In 2019 and 2020, Osuji & Smith was named one of the Three Best Rated Business Lawyers in Calgary.

At Osuji & Smith Lawyers, it’s our job to help you make sound decisions for you and your business. We want to see your company thrive.

To serve you better, we speak English, Igbo, Mandarin, Cantonese, Bengali, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, French, Hindu, Punjabi, and Urdu.

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Osuji & Smith has just won the 2020 Three Best Rated for Best Rated Employment Lawyers in Calgary. This is our fourth win having won it in 2017, 2018 and 2019. We have also won the 2020 Three Best Rated for Best Rated Business Lawyers in Calgary for 2020. This is our second win having won it in 2019. Osuji & Smith has also been nominated for the 2019 and 2020 Employer Awards for Newcomer Employment, given by the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). We have also been nominated for the 2019 Hope Awards, Aspen.

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